IP404 - Air Monitoring, Clearance Inspections and Reoccupation Following the Removal of Asbestos

IP404 Air Monitoring, Clearance Inspections and Reoccupation Following the Removal of Asbestos is the third in the suite of international asbestos qualifications. For asbestos removal and remediation projects, an independent asbestos assessor should check that control measures are effective and that the affected area is safe to re-occupy at the end of the project. This qualification covers the skills and knowledge an asbestos assessor needs, from air monitoring and clearance testing through to reporting findings and issuing a clearance certificate. 

This qualification is suitable for anyone who:

• undertakes clearance inspections and air monitoring of asbestos as part of their work (e.g asbestos assessor);
• Issues clearance certificates after asbestos clearance procedures.

Overall Objective

To provide you with the theoretical and practical knowledge of air monitoring and clearance inspections, and provisions for issuing clearance certificates following the removal of asbestos to allow reoccupation. 

Modules

1. Good practice in asbestos removal and remediation
2. Asbestos removal control plan
3. Air sampling for asbestos
4. Enclosures, clearance air monitoring and reporting
5. Practical work

You will need to pass three parts: 

• Formative practical assessment
• Written Theory examination
• Written Practical examination

Before taking the qualification, you should be aware of good practice guidance on post-removal or remediation procedures for assessing reoccupation of a building. 

You will be expected to have prior experience of undertaking clearance inspections, including air sampling and issuing clearance certificates. 

You also need good literacy and numeracy skills to complete the examinations.